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Bang Bang Chicken Bowl

Bang Bang Chicken Bowl: Your New Favorite Flavorful Meal

Experience the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, a flavorful meal featuring crispy chicken in a creamy, sweet-spicy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts/Thighs Swap with tofu or tempeh for vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be a suitable alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary needs.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Substitute with white pepper for milder taste.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt works for lighter texture.
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Teriyaki sauce can replace if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust amount to match your spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey (optional) Skip or use maple syrup instead.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder can serve as a substitute.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice (white or brown) Quinoa is a great gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Fresh veggies brighten the dish.
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Fresh veggies brighten the dish.
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Fresh veggies brighten the dish.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Fresh veggies brighten the dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional garnish.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized pieces, then season with salt and black pepper. Heat skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and fry chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth and creamy, adjusting sriracha to taste.
  3. Serve cooked rice in bowls, layer crispy chicken bites on top, followed by shredded carrots, cucumbers, red cabbage, and green onions.
  4. Drizzle Bang Bang sauce over assembled ingredients. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze individual components in separate containers for up to 2 months.

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